Tag: Poultry
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That first peep means that all has gone well so far and that the baby chicks should be out and about within roughly 24 hours. Keep reading >>
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Whether you are buying chicks for the first time this year or looking to better care for an existing flock, we have a wide range of resources to aid your adventure. Here are a few of our readers’ favorites. Keep reading >>
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The Leghorn is first and foremost the breed of choice for laying in a confinement system due to its superior conversion of feed to white eggs. Keep reading >>
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It is time for us to take a break to enjoy the festivities with family and to collect fresh ideas for the year ahead. Meanwhile, if you are looking for some reading material during the slow season, consider a few of these posts. Keep reading >>
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With a little extra attention, your chickens will not only ride out the colder months comfortably, but they will have energy to continue laying (albeit at a slower rate). Enjoy those fresh eggs this winter! Keep reading >>
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By now you should have experience with herding chickens to their coop with the aid of some scratch grains. You are ready to practice on a few slightly trickier scenarios. Keep reading >>